Some information to read while we are waiting.
below is how the CIC process our application.
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/CIT0002ETOC.asp#CIT0002E8
What happens next?
The citizenship process
The list below presents the phases of the citizenship process of a routine application. In some cases, processing may take longer.
Phase – Application Review & File Creation
The Case Processing Centre (CPC) in Sydney makes sure your application
•meets the minimum processing requirements;
• includes all the required documents;
•that the appropriate fee payment has been made.
If your application is complete, processing starts.
What you receive:
•Acknowledgement of receipt
•The citizenship study guide (one study book per family) Note: The study guide is available in alternate formats including audio.
If your application does not meet the initial processing requirements, does not include the appropriate fee payment, or is not complete, it will be returned to you.
Phase – Decision
•The CPC sends your application to the CIC office nearest to your home for further processing.
•The CIC office completes the steps necessary for a citizenship officer or a citizenship judge to make a decision on your application.
•You will be asked to come to the CIC office for a review of the original documents you submitted in support of your application, as well as all passports and travel documents relevant to the four year period preceding your application. If applicable, you will be evaluated on your knowledge of English or French and on your knowledge of Canada’s history, geography, government, and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship.
What you receive:
•Notification to appear to take a citizenship test and/or
•Notification to appear for an interview with a citizenship official and/or
•Notification to appear for a hearing with a citizenship officer or a citizenship judge
Phase – Ceremony
If you meet all the requirements for citizenship, the CIC office notifies you by mail of the time and place of your citizenship ceremony.
What you receive:
•Notification to appear to take the oath of citizenship
•Certificate of Canadian Citizenship received at the ceremony after taking the oath of citizenship